The Seax (pronounced as a cross between sea-axe and syAX) was a medieval short blade of legend. While the Vikings used it to devastating effect (and fame), many neighboring societies took notice and started using the distinctive shape. One part close fighting tool and one part utilitarian cutting tool, the Seax was a daily part […]
Ernest Emerson
Watch: An Inside Look at Emerson Knives
For those of you that follow me know that I have done quite a few knife reviews for the Loadout Room. In order to get accurate information into your hands requires me to carry the knives and actually use them. When I’m not testing and evaluating a knife more often than not I’ve got an […]
SOFREP Radio: Ernest Emerson talks knife craftsmanship, and early mixed martial arts
Emerson Knives is a brand that’s trusted by everyone from Navy SEALs to NASA astronauts, and that’s why you’ve seen their products in the Crate Club and receiving rave reviews on The Loadout Room. The story of how the company’s founder Ernest Emerson got into crafting these knives is fascinating, and you won’t want to miss it. Ernie is also a […]
Emerson Knives Aftershock!
I wanted to give you guys a quick look at the Emerson Knives Aftershock. Emerson Knives has just recently restocked this knife, so if you’ve had your eye out for an Aftershock, now is the time to get your hands on it. The Aftershock is your typical Emerson quality folder with outstanding ergonomics that latch onto […]
What the Hell is a Knife Lottery Anyway? Ernest Emerson Explains
The good news is it won’t cost you anything to enter a knife lottery. The bad news is if do you win you’ll need to reach for your wallet. “The lottery is not a free knife giveaway,” explains Ernest Emerson, who for years has been running the largest knife lotteries in the industry. “It’s actually […]
Q&A With Ernest Emerson of Emerson Knives | Part 4
Many Emerson Knives collectors and users have been asking Mr. Emerson to do a question and answer session. Well, Emerson Knives is known for listening to their customer base and did so with this request. Here is the fourth and final part of the Q&A. If you missed the previous three sessions you can watch them […]
Q&A With Ernest Emerson of Emerson Knives | Part 3
Many Emerson Knives collectors and users have been asking Mr. Emerson to do a question and answer session. Well, Emerson Knives is known for listening to their customer base and did so with this request. Here is part three of the Q&A. If you missed the previous two sessions you can watch them via the following […]
Q&A With Ernest Emerson of Emerson Knives | Part 2
Many Emerson Knives collectors and users have been asking Mr. Emerson to do a question and answer session. Well, Emerson Knives is known for listening to their customer base and did so with this request. Here is part two of the Q&A. If you missed part 1, you can watch it HERE. List of Questions: What […]
Q&A With Ernest Emerson of Emerson Knives | Part 1
Many Emerson Knives collectors and users have been asking Mr. Emerson to do a question and answer session. Well, Emerson Knives is known for listening to their customer base and did so with this request. Ernest Emerson sat down for the first of a few Q&A sessions. Check it out and stay tuned for more […]